GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
6,620 km
4,114 miles
MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
Distance
6,620 km
4,114 mi / 3,575 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
151°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA MMQ
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Mbala Airport
IATA Code GVA MMQ
ICAO Code LSGG FLBA
City Geneva Mbala
Country Switzerland Zambia
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 1,411 ft 5,454 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -8.860000, 31.340000

Geneva (GVA) to Mbala (MMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 6,620 kilometers (4,114 miles / 3,575 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Switzerland with Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:38 in Geneva, it's 01:38 in Mbala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,043 feet between the two airports. Mbala Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mbala (MMQ) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 340° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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